Family-friendly Independence Day celebrations across the state

On July 4, 1776, the Continental Congress approved the Declaration of Independence, setting the stage for the freedom of 13 colonies and the establishment of what would later become the United States of America.

In Utah, the celebration of the 237th birthday of our nation will include a plethora of parades and pomp, barbecues and fireworks.

The following is a list of family-friendly Independence Day events taking place across the state.

July 3, 7 p.m., "Freedom Fire" featuring “The Music of ABBA" by the band Arrival and funk and jazz band Way Way East Bay, Romney Stadium, Utah State University, 800 E. 1000 North, $10-$25. For more information call 435-797-8022 or arts.usu.edu.

June 4, 1-11 p.m., "Hot Rock'n 4th," featuring entertainment, demolition derby and fireworks, Lorin Farr Park, 769 Canyon Road, $13 for adults and $7 for children in advance, $16 for adults and $10 for children day of event, free for children under age three. For more information visit hotrockn4th.com.